Member Categories

People have their own unique need for joining AOCS.  Some join to receive discounts on our many products and services, while others join to connect with their peers.  No matter your reason, AOCS provides several membership categories from which you can choose.

Full Member
Individuals receive all benefits provided by AOCS.  Membership is based on a calendar year, from January 1 through December 31.

Annual dues: $145 per year
Benefits of Membership

Student Member
Students receive all benefits of full membership except for voting privileges, and print copies of inform and the AOCS Resource Directory.  In addition to the membership application, each student must have their major professor complete a form every year verifying the applicant is a full-time graduate student who works no more than 50% of time in professional work—excluding academic assistantships or fellowships.

Annual dues: Complimentary

Corporate Member
AOCS offers four levels of Corporate Membership.  Levels provide companies with the flexibility and control needed to adapt in today’s fast market.  AOCS also offers customized Corporate Member packages to further enhance your membership value.

Annual dues: Varies from $750-$10,000
Benefits of Corporate Membership

Retired Member
Individuals must be at least 62 years of age and work no more than 150 days per year. Retired Members receive all Full Member benefits.

Annual dues: $85 per year
Members requesting Retired Member status must submit a letter of request to:
AOCS
Attn: Membership Services Dept.
P.O. Box 17190
Urbana, IL 61803-7190 USA